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Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
Country house mansions nestled into rolling hills, riverside meadows, grand gardens and mature woodland can all be found here. Discover what to see and do - there's something for all the family.
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Top places to visit in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire
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What's on in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire this July
Festival of Archaeology at Greys Court
Join us at Greys Court from 13-21 July 2024 as we celebrate the UK's annual Festival of Archaeology. We will be looking for evidence of Grey's Court's lost gatehouse and the gates that provided access to the outer courtyard of the Tudor house. The archaeologists will be happy to talk about their work and there'll be activities to get involved with.
Cliveden's Sounding Chamber Sessions
Come along to Cliveden's South Terrace as we bring back live music to the historic Sounding Chamber. Built in the 1600s, the unique acoustics suggest it was created especially for this purpose. On 1,2 and 4 July, Upstart Violyns will be playing classical Baroque music from the era when the Sounding Chamber was built. On 9 and 11 July, hear jazz favourites from The Gershwin Gang. The Sounding Chamber Sessions are free with normal admission and there's no need to book, just turn up. Bring a chair if you like.
Exhibitions to explore in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
If you need shade or shelter this summer, head into the house at Basildon Park for a glimpse behind the scenes on a film set and to Hughenden to see how Instagrammers weren't the first people to curate their public image, the Victorians were at it too.
Basildon Park Visions Unreel
Basildon Park has a long association with TV and film as one of the National Trust's most popular filming locations. See the mansion and garden on Season Three of Bridgerton, streaming now, and glimpse behind the scenes on location at Basildon Park in Visions Unreel. The exhibition takes you on a journey from Netherfield Park in Pride and Prejudice 20 years ago, to more recent showcases in The Crown and The Gentlemen. The exhibitions is on now.
Myth and Mythmaking at Hughenden
Victorian Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli was a master at curating his own image. He used myths to craft his public persona and navigate the complex worlds of belonging, identity and relationships. Hughenden was stage and backdrop to his performance. Find out how in a new exhibition in the manor.
Places to stay in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
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Hartwell House Hotel and Spa
Sitting in parkland on the edge of the Chilterns, this stunning Grade 1 listed hotel and spa is part-Jacobean mansion and part-Georgian house.
Cliveden Ferry Cottage
Views over the Thames from this half-timbered former ferryman’s cottage near the Cliveden estate.
Lock Cottage
A charming and cosy Thames-side cottage with a pretty garden close to the Thames Path.
Outdoor activities in Bucks, Berks and Oxfordshire
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Horse riding at Stowe Gardens
Exploring Stowe Gardens on horseback is a great way to experience the landscape, sightlines and views designed to reveal the buildings, statues and monuments located across the grounds.
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Boating at Cliveden
Discover all about the popular pastime of boating, links to Wind in the Willows, and how to hire a boat to enjoy the River Thames at Cliveden.
Upcoming events
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Myths & Mythmaking
Hughenden, High Wycombe, BuckinghamshireJoin us as we explore the power of myths in shaping identities and understanding the world around us. Delve into the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and folklore.
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Mythical Creature Woodland Trail
Hughenden, High Wycombe, BuckinghamshireStep into the enchanted woods and embark on a journey of discovery.
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Ickle Owl Augmented Reality Trail
Stowe Gardens, Buckingham, BuckinghamshireJoin us for an augmented reality trail created in collaboration with Stowe School students.
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Sculpture in the Garden at Greys Court
Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, OxfordshireThe Oxford Sculptors Group return to Greys Court, exhibiting in the walled gardens and Cromwellian building.
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Wedding Cake Tours
Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, BuckinghamshireExplore Joana Vasconcelos’ extraordinary Wedding Cake, open again this summer at Waddesdon. Wedding Cake, a 12-metre-tall ceramic sculptural pavilion in the form of a three-tiered cake.
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Bunting-Making Sessions
Claydon House, near Buckingham, BuckinghamshireCome along to Claydon to make some summer bunting to decorate our property.
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Manor Exhibition: 'Who are you and What are you?'
Hughenden, High Wycombe, BuckinghamshireIn the Manor, discover how Disraeli masterfully used myths to craft his public persona and navigate the complex worlds of belonging, identity and relationships.
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West Wycombe Temple Trail
West Wycombe Park, Village and Hill, West Wycombe, BuckinghamshireFrom a hidden cave to a real Swan lake, discover all the outdoor treasures on our free family friendly trail.